How to find out if my Harley has a recall?

How to find out if my Harley has a recall?

Sign in to see your saved bikes or enter a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) below. You can locate your VIN, stamped on the steering head, and also on a label located on the right front down tube.

How do you find out if your motorcycle has a recall?

The site is www.safercar.gov/vinlookup and it offers a few valuable functions. First, if you’re looking at a used motorcycle for sale, you can enter its VIN and the site will tell you if recall work has been done by a dealer on that specific motorcycle.

Are there any recalls on Harley Davidson motorcycles?

A year ago, Harley-Davidson recalled about 46,000 motorcycles – certain 2014 and 2015 Electra Glide, Street Glide, Ultra Limited, Road Glide and Road King bikes. There were 27 crashes, and four minor injuries, associated with a different clutch problem, news reports said.

How long does a drive belt last on a Harley Davidson?

I have heard that these drive belts last forever, but found out that it’s not exactly true. On my Harley Davidson motorcycle, the drive belt lasted 26 years before it snapped in half today. These belts are made out of rubber reinforced with Kevlar, and eventually the rubber hardens up and gets brittle.

Are there any problems with the Harley Davidson?

In addition to ownership problems, Harley has faced several recalls, including some as recent as 2017 and 2018. Also, their Twin Cam engine was defective from 1996 to 2003 and came with a chain tensioner problem. Although Harley has had its setbacks, it has still succeeded as a legend in the motorcycle world.

How do you check the belt tension on a Harley Davidson?

This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. When you remove the rear wheel, make sure you check the Harley-Davidson belt tension and belt alignment after you reinstall it. Bob and Mark walk us through a couple of these important steps.

Are there any recalls on Harley Davidson bikes?

Recalls are a way of life in the auto industry. Yet it’s appalling just how many Harley-Davidson has fallen into in the last few years. In 2018, nearly 239,000 bikes had to be recalled over a clutch defect, which cost the company $35 million.

I have heard that these drive belts last forever, but found out that it’s not exactly true. On my Harley Davidson motorcycle, the drive belt lasted 26 years before it snapped in half today. These belts are made out of rubber reinforced with Kevlar, and eventually the rubber hardens up and gets brittle.

In addition to ownership problems, Harley has faced several recalls, including some as recent as 2017 and 2018. Also, their Twin Cam engine was defective from 1996 to 2003 and came with a chain tensioner problem. Although Harley has had its setbacks, it has still succeeded as a legend in the motorcycle world.

When does a Harley Davidson motorcycle need to be repaired?

When Harley-Davidson determines that your Harley-Davidson motorcycle or accessory contains a safety-related defect or does not comply with an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, we will initiate a safety recall and address the condition free of charge. Repair service can be performed at any authorized Harley-Davidson® dealer.